Abère facts for kids

Abère is a small town, also known as a commune, located in southwestern France. It is part of a larger area called the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department.

What is a Commune?

In France, a commune is like a local government area, similar to a city, town, or village in other countries. It's the smallest way France divides its land for local administration. Each commune has its own mayor and local council that helps run things like schools, roads, and local services for the people living there. Abère is one of many communes in France.

The Pyrénées-Atlantiques Department

Abère is located in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department. A department in France is a bit like a county or a state in other countries. It's a larger region that groups several communes together. The Pyrénées-Atlantiques department gets its name because it's close to the Pyrenees mountains and also borders the Atlantic Ocean. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes, from mountains to coastlines.

Images for kids

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  Memorial to the war dead of Abère

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  The Abère public hall.

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  The Pyrénées from Abère.

See also

In Spanish: Abère para niños